Barrett, Parish, Sanderson, Newman and Seuferer are facing charges of distributing drugs as part of an organized group and distributing drugs within 1,000 feet of a school, both of which are Class 1 felonies, punishable by eight to 32 years in prison and fines between $5,000 and $1 million.

"We understand the safety concerns of Boulder residents and today's arrests help make the downtown area safer for residents and visitors," interim Boulder police Chief Greg Testa said in a statement. "We won't tolerate this type of criminal activity, and we will continue to target individuals and groups that sell illegal drugs in our community."

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Boulder police are still looking for three suspects who have outstanding warrants in connection with the investigation: Bryan Antonie Townsend, 29; Michael James Morton, 57; and an unidentified 17-year-old female. Townsend is also facing Class 1 felony drug charges.

"My office takes a hard stance against those who deal drugs to minors, and those who deal drugs near schools and in the public places in our community, such as is alleged to have occurred here," Boulder County District Attorney Stan Garnett said in a statement. "My office worked closely with Boulder police, who ran an excellent undercover operation that led to today's arrests."

Michael James Morton

Anyone with information about the case is asked to contact the Boulder Police Department at 303-441-3333. Those who wish to remain anonymous can contact Crime Stoppers at 800-222-TIPS or crimeshurt.com.

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